Whitney Houston
I Look To You
Producer – Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz
Written-By – Alicia Keys, Kasseem Dean, Norman Harris
3:24
2 Nothin' But Love
Producer – Danja, Fernando Garibay
Written-By – Fernando Garibay, Franne Golde, Kasia Livingston, Nathaniel Hills
3:36
3 Call You Tonight
Producer – Stargate
Written-By – Johntá Austin, Mikkel S. Eriksen, Tor Erik Hermansen
4:10
4 I Look To You
Producer – Harvey Mason, Jr., Tricky
Written-By – R. Kelly
4:27
5 Like I Never Left
Featuring – Akon
Producer – Aliaune "Akon" Thiam
Written-By – Aliaune Thiam, Claude Kelly, Giorgio Tuinfort, Whitney Houston
3:51
6 A Song For You
Producer – Stargate
Written-By – Leon Russell
4:12
7 I Didn't Know My Own Strength
Producer – David Foster
Written-By – Diane Warren
3:41
8 Worth It
Producer – Eric Hudson
Written-By – Eric Hudson, Johntá Austin
4:40
9 For The Lovers
Producer – Danja
Written-By – Claude Kelly, Marcella Araica, Nathaniel Hills
4:14
10 I Got You
Producer – Aliaune "Akon" Thiam
Written-By – Aliaune Thiam, Claude Kelly, Giorgio Tuinfort, Whitney Houston
4:13
11 Salute
Producer – R. Kelly
Written-By – R. Kelly
4:10
Label: Arista – 88697-10033-2
Format: CD, Album
Country: US
Released: 2009
Genre: R&B Soul, Pop
Style: Soul, Synth-pop
I'm Your Baby Tonight
Written-By – Babyface, L.A. Reid
4:09
2 My Name Is Not Susan
Written-By – Eric Foster White
4:38
3 All The Man That I Need
Written-By – Dean Pitchford, Michael Gore
4:09
4 Lover For Life
Written-By – Sam Dees
4:45
5 Anymore
Written-By – Babyface, L.A. Reid
4:23
6 Miracle
Written-By – Babyface, L.A. Reid
5:43
7 I Belong To You
Written-By – Derek Bramble, Franne Golde
5:28
8 Who Do You Love
Written-By – Hubert Eaves III, Luther Vandross
3:55
9 We Didn't Know
Vocals, Written-By – Stevie Wonder
5:26
10 After We Make Love
Written-By – Gerry Goffin, Michael Masser
5:07
11 I'm Knockin'
Written-By – Benjamin Winans*, Rhett Lawrence, Rickey Minor
4:59
Label: Arista – ARCD-8616
Format: CD, Album
Country: US
Released: 1990
Genre: R&B Soul, Pop
Style: Contemporary R&B, New Jack Swing
Just Whitney...
Written-By – Andre Lewis, Jerry Muhammad, Tammie "Taboo" Harris, Whitney Houston
3:36
2 Tell Me No
Written-By – Annie Roboff, Babyface, Holly Lamar, Kandi Burruss
3:47
3 One Of Those Days
Written-By – Christopher Jasper, Dwight "Lil' Skrapp" Reynolds, Ernest Isley, Kevin "She'kspere" Briggs, Marvin Isley, Kelly Isley, Patrice "Buttaphly" Stewart, Ronald Isley, Rudolph Isley
4:17
4 Things You Say
Written-By – Charlene Keys, Charlie Bereal, Kenny Bereal, Missy Elliott
4:12
5 My Love
Featuring – Bobby Brown
Written-By – Gordon Chambers, Greg Charley, Teddy Bishop
3:29
6 Love That Man
Written-By – Babyface, Balewa Muhammad, Bill Lee, Calvin Gaines, Eritza Laues, Rob Fusari
3:30
7 One My Own
Written-By – Aleese Simmons, Babyface, Carol Bayer Sager, Jason Edmonds, Nathan Walton
4:42
8 Dear John Letter
Written-By – Dwight "Lil' Skrapp" Reynolds, Kevin "She'kspere" Briggs, Patrice "Buttaphly" Stewart
4:36
9 Unashamed
Written-By – Darius Good, Luke Paterna, Stephanie Salzman, Troy Taylor
3:40
10 You Light Up My Life
Written-By – Joe Brooks
3:44
Label: Arista – 07822-14747-2
Format: CD, Album
Country: US
Released: 2002
Genre: R&B Soul, Funk, Pop
Style: Neo Soul, Contemporary R&B
Live In New York
2 Saving All My Love For You 8:20
3 How Will I Know 3:41
4 Didn't We Almost Have It All 6:55
5 All The Man That I Need 7:06
6 My Name Is Not Susan 4:22
7 Anymore 4:30
8 A Song For You 7:07
9 Who Do You Love 5:26
10 I'm Your Baby Tonight 4:26
11 The Greatest Love Of All 9:44
Label: Big Music – BIG 083
Format: CD, Unofficial Release
Country: Italy
Released: 1994
Genre: R&B Funk, Soul, Pop
Style: Rhythm & Blues, Soul, Ballad
My Love Is Your Love
Written-By – F. Jerkins III, I. Phillips, L. Daniels, R. Jerkins, T. Estes 4:51
2 Whitney Houston Feat. Faith Evans And Kelly Price– Heartbreak Hotel
Written-By – C. Schack, K. Karlin, T. Savage 4:41
3 Whitney Houston– My Love Is Your Love
Written-By – J. Duplessis, W. Jean 4:24
4 Whitney Houston Duet With Mariah Carey– When You Believe
Written-By – S. Schwartz 4:32
5 Whitney Houston– If I Told You That
Written-By – F. Jerkins III, L. Daniels, R. Jerkins, T. Estes 4:37
6 Whitney Houston Feat. Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott– In My Business
Written-By – K. Bradshaw, L. Turner, M. Elliott 3:26
7 Whitney Houston– I Learned From The Best
Written-By – D. Warren 4:19
8 Whitney Houston– Oh Yes
Written-By – K. Bradshaw, L. Turner, M. Elliott 6:52
9 Whitney Houston– Get It Back
Written-By – F. Jerkins III, L. Daniels, R. Jerkins, T. Estes 4:56
10 Whitney Houston– Until You Come Back
Written-By – Babyface, D. Simmons 4:53
11 Whitney Houston– I Bow Out
Written-By – D. Warren 4:30
12 Whitney Houston– You'll Never Stand Alone
Written-By – D. Warren 4:21
13 Whitney Houston– I Was Made To Love Him
Written-By – H. Cosby, L. Hardaway, S. Wonder, S. Moy 4:29
Label: Arista – 07822 19037 2
Format: CD, Album
Country: Europe
Released: 1998
Genre: R&B Soul, Hip Hop, Pop
Style: Soul, Contemporary R&B
Whitney Houston's My Love Is Your Love (1998) was a critically acclaimed comeback album, marking a mature shift from traditional R&B to contemporary sounds like hip-hop, reggae fusion, and funk, showcasing her evolving artistry and powerful vocals on hits like "It's Not Right But It's Okay" and the reggae-tinged title track. Reviewers praised its fresh production (with Rodney Jerkins, Missy Elliott, Wyclef Jean), emotional depth, and Houston's enduring vocal strength, making it a consistent and artistically successful album that redefined her sound for a new era.
This album is a departure from her earlier works, embracing modern R&B, hip-hop, and Caribbean influences, showcasing a grittier, more mature Whitney.
Features Grammy-winning "It's Not Right But It's Okay," the popular "Heartbreak Hotel," and the iconic title track.
Collaborations: Strong production from producers like Rodney Jerkins, Missy Elliott, and Wyclef Jean, plus a duet with Mariah Carey on "When You Believe".
The album is praised for its emotional depth, power, and range, proving her vocal mastery continued. It's seen as a consistent, cohesive, and creative album that successfully reinvigorated her career, offering grown-up themes reflecting her life as a wife and mother.
Rolling Stone: Called it her "first consistent album," highlighting the "creative juice" from producers and her newfound "bite" in her voice.
Entertainment Weekly: Praised Wyclef Jean's "gorgeous reggae-tinged title song" and the "funky cuts" by Rodney Jerkins.
Many consider it a superb, emotionally resonant album that captures her enduring talent and personal growth, making it a fan favorite and a standout in her discography.
The Best Of Whitney Houston
Producer – Kashiff
Written-By – La La
4:36
2 Saving All My Love For You
Producer, Written-By – Michael Masser
Written-By – Gerry Goffin
3:58
3 How Will I Know
Producer, Written-By – Narada Michael Walden
Written-By – George Merrill, Shannon Rubicam
4:35
4 Greatest Love Of All
Producer, Written-By – Michael Masser
Written-By – Linda Creed
4:50
5 I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)
Producer – Narada Michael Walden
Written-By – George Merrill, Shannon Rubicam
4:52
6 Didn't We Almost Have It All
Producer, Written-By – Michael Masser
Written-By – Will Jennings
5:07
7 So Emotional
Producer – Narada Michael Walden
Written-By – Billy Steinberg, Tom Kelly
4:38
8 Where Do Broken Hearts Go
Producer – Narada Michael Walden
Written-By – Chuck Jackson, Frank Wildhorn
4:38
9 I'm Your Baby Tonight
Producer, Written-By – L.A. Reid & Babyface
5:02
10 All The Man That I Need
Producer – Narada Michael Walden
Written-By – Dean Pitchford, Michael Gore
4:11
11 I Will Always Love You
Producer – David Foster
Written-By – Dolly Parton
4:33
12 I'm Every Woman
Producer – David Cole, Narada Michael Walden, Robert Clivillés
Written-By – Ashford & Simpson
4:47
13 I Have Nothing
Producer, Written-By – David Foster
Written-By – Linda Thompson
4:53
14 Exhale (Shoop Shoop)
Producer, Written-By – Babyface
3:23
15 I Believe In You And Me
Producer – David Foster
Written-By – David Wolfert, Sandy Linzer
3:54
16 My Love Is Your Love
Producer, Written-By – Jerry "Wonder" Duplessis, Wyclef Jean
4:06
17 I Look To You
Producer – Clive Davis
Producer, Written-By – R. Kelly
Vocals [With] – R. Kelly
3:40
18 Never Give Up
Producer, Written-By – Bryan-Michael Cox, Jermaine Dupri
Written-By – Johnta Austin
4:01
Label: Arista – 88725-47223-2
Format: CD, Compilation
Country: US
Released: 2012
Genre: R&B Soul, Pop
Style: Soul, Contemporary R&B, Synth-pop
Whitney
Written-By – George Merrill, Shannon Rubicam
4:50
2 Just The Lonely Talking Again
Written-By – Sam Dees
5:30
3 Love Will Save The Day
Written-By – Toni C.
5:20
4 Didn't We Almost Have It All
Written-By – Michael Masser, Will Jennings
5:05
5 So Emotional
Written-By – Billy Steinberg, Tom Kelly
4:53
6 Where You Are
Written-By – Dyan Humes, James Calabrese, LeMel Humes
4:10
7 Love Is A Contact Sport
Written-By – Preston Glass
4:16
8 You're Still My Man
Written-By – Gerry Goffin, Michael Masser
4:15
9 For The Love Of You
Written-By – C. Jasper, M. Isley, O. Isley, R. Isley, R. Isley
5:29
10 Where Do Broken Hearts Go
Written-By – Chuck Jackson, Frank Wildhorn
4:37
11 I Know Him So Well
Vocals [Duet] – Cissy Houston
Written-By – Benny Anderson, Bjorn Ulvaeus, Tim Rice
4:26
Label: Arista – 258 141
Format: CD, Album
Country: UK & Europe
Released: 1987
Genre: R&B Soul. Funk, Pop
Style: Eighties Soul, Contemporary R&B
Whitney Houston
Producer, Arranged By – Kashif
Written-By – LaLa
4:33
A2 Thinking About You
Producer, Arranged By – Kashif
Written-By – Kashif, LaLa
5:27
A3 Someone For Me
Producer – Jermaine Jackson
Written-By – Freddie Washington, Raymond Jones
4:57
A4 Saving All My Love For You
Producer – Michael Masser
Soloist, Saxophone – Tom Scott
Written-By – Gerry Goffin, Michael Masser
3:57
A5 Nobody Loves Me Like You Do
Featuring [Duet With] – Jermaine Jackson
Producer – Jermaine Jackson
Written-By – James P. Dunne, Pamela Phillips
3:46
B1 How Will I Know
Producer, Arranged By – Narada Michael Walden
Written-By – George Merrill, Shannon Rubicam
4:33
B2 All At Once
Producer – Michael Masser
Written-By – Jeffrey Osborne, Michael Masser
4:26
B3 Take Good Care Of My Heart
Featuring [Duet With] – Jermaine Jackson
Producer – Jermaine Jackson
Written-By – Peter McCann, Steve Dorff
4:13
B4 Greatest Love Of All
Producer – Michael Masser
Written-By – Linda Creed, Michael Masser
4:49
B5 Hold Me
Featuring [Duet With] – Teddy Pendergrass
Producer – Michael Masser
Written-By – Linda Creed, Michael Masser
6:00
Label: Arista – AL 8-8212
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1985
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Contemporary R&B, Soul
Released on February 14, 1985, Whitney Houston's self-titled debut was a critical and commercial triumph, establishing her as a premier vocalist with a blend of soulful ballads and pop-funk, featuring hits like "Saving All My Love for You" and "How Will I Know"
The album was lauded for showcasing her massive vocal power and maturity, turning her into a defining voice of the 1980s.
Critics praised her, with Rolling Stone calling her "one of the most exciting new voices in years" and The New York Times highlighting her "commanding dignity and elegance".
Reviews almost universally praised Houston’s voice. The New York Times noted her "commanding dignity and elegance" despite her youth, while Rolling Stone called her "one of the most exciting new voices in years," highlighting her technical polish and church-influenced phrasing.
The album was described as a polished mix of R&B, jazz, and pop, with some critics noting the formulaic but effective arrangements. It became a massive success, producing4 #1 singles and winning a Grammy, cementing her status as a superstar.
Key Tracks:- "You Give Good Love": Praised for its R&B sophistication; "Saving All My Love for You": Highlighted as a standout ballad showing immense vocal range; "How Will I Know": A vibrant, upbeat pop hit' "The Greatest Love of All": A powerful anthem that reinforced her superstar status.
While some critics noted the material was sometimes safe, the album is widely considered a, if not the, defining debut of the era, showcasing a versatile talent.